Thinking about getting into archery

[Neot]

Just like the title says, thinking about getting into archery for hunting. I've already done the crossbow, shotgun, rifle and muzzleloader, so why not add another option

So what would you guys suggest for a starter compound bow? I'm 6'4 so I would imagine I'd need a bit larger bow and one with longer draw length. I saw the Diamond Infinite Edge Pro and thought that might fit the bill but open to any suggestions. Thanks!

 

[mdram]

find a bow shop with a few options.

go hold/draw several. see what feel right to you

 

[Dave Greenberg]

Just like the title says, thinking about getting into archery for hunting. I've already done the crossbow, shotgun, rifle and muzzleloader, so why not add another option

So what would you guys suggest for a starter compound bow? I'm 6'4 so I would imagine I'd need a bit larger bow and one with longer draw length. I saw the Diamond Infinite Edge Pro and thought that might fit the bill but open to any suggestions. Thanks!

I would suggest taking a little trip to Lancaster Archery supply in PA. They are great. They will work with you in finding a bow that fits you including figuring the draw strength and all that good stuff while you shoot different bows in store. Really cool place.

 

[Engine4]

It's a haul from you, but there's also an archery store (Bowhunters Den), in Gamber.

 

[Neot]

I would suggest taking a little trip to Lancaster Archery supply in PA. They are great. They will work with you in finding a bow that fits you including figuring the draw strength and all that good stuff while you shoot different bows in store. Really cool place.

I knew there was a place up that way but wasn't sure of the name. Thank you!

 

[outrider58]

Definitely go to a pro shop so you can shoot multiple rigs to find the "correct fit" for your body. It isn't just about size. Think mechanics too.

 

[Dave Greenberg]

I knew there was a place up that way but wasn't sure of the name. Thank you!

Not a problem! They also will also get you appropriate sized arrows as well. Since you are so tall I don't imagine they will be cutting much off the arrow but it helps to know you are being taken care of by competent employees.

 

[Mr. Ed]

I would suggest taking a little trip to Lancaster Archery supply in PA. They are great. They will work with you in finding a bow that fits you including figuring the draw strength and all that good stuff while you shoot different bows in store. Really cool place.

+1. Those folks helped me with mine, and couldn't have been nicer. Bit of a drive, for sure, but definitely worth the trip.

Lancaster Archery Supply

 

[Neot]

Thanks for the help guys! Good thing the wife is out of town a few days, now I can go get a bow without ending up in the dog house haha.

 

[ezracer]

Also try Autumn Sky Outfitters in Conowingo. Great place!!


http://www.autumnskyoutfitters.com/

 

[JB62]

Macrotech is great shop and will set you up right. Legend in that world.

 

[Racer Doug14]

+100. go to a bow shop. Your height is not that important. Arm length and strength. All kinds of things. Last years bows will be discounted big.

 

[tommy gunn]

Definitely go to a pro shop so you can shoot multiple rigs to find the "correct fit" for your body. It isn't just about size. Think mechanics too.

Just make sure that " pro shop" doesn't have the word bass in front of it.

 

[outrider58]

Just make sure that " pro shop" doesn't have the word bass in front of it.

Exactamundo

 

[DaftPict]

Get in touch with a local archery club - they often have classes, let you try bows (I hated compounds and loved recurves/longbows so that's what I got) and provide a safe place to meet and shoot.
You're in Edgewater so check out Anne Arundel Archers. Lancaster Archery is a great place to buy once you know what you want. I always have their catalog handy and buy on-line. It's almost as addictive as shooting firearms LOL.

 

[slowpoke]

Macrotech is great shop and will set you up right. Legend in that world.

Truth.

 

[WSM]

I knew there was a place up that way but wasn't sure of the name. Thank you!

I can vouch for LAS. They're very focused on customer service and you'll get 100%, 1 on 1 attention if you need it. Many times they'll throw in free stuff and let you shoot on the range for an hour or so.

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[sgt23preston]

Just like the title says, thinking about getting into archery for hunting. I've already done the crossbow, shotgun, rifle and muzzleloader, so why not add another option

So what would you guys suggest for a starter compound bow? I'm 6'4 so I would imagine I'd need a bit larger bow and one with longer draw length. I saw the Diamond Infinite Edge Pro and thought that might fit the bill but open to any suggestions. Thanks!

Bows are sized to match your body size & normal draw length...

The limbs are sized according to match your natural strength for example 50 - 60 pounds, 60 - 70 pounds etc...

The cams of the bow are sized to put your draw length in the middle of the cam so you have some adjustment...

The arrows that you will shoot need to be sized to match your draw length & the poundage that you intend to shoot in order for them to fly straight...

So step 1 is to find a professional Archery Dealer near you...

I'd avoid the Big Box shops like Bass Pro unless you want to buy everything twice...

 

[outrider58]

Bows are sized to match your body size & normal draw length...

The limbs are sized according to match your natural strength for example 50 - 60 pounds, 60 - 70 pounds etc...

The cams of the bow are sized to put your draw length in the middle of the cam so you have some adjustment...

The arrows that you will shoot need to be sized to match your draw length & the poundage that you intend to shoot in order for them to fly straight...

So step 1 is to find a professional Archery Dealer near you...

I'd avoid the Big Box shops like Bass Pro unless you want to buy everything twice...

Not so much the case any more. Most prefer a solid "back wall" as apposed to a "creepy" cam. It forces a better "push-pull" followthrough which is a more favorable style of shooting. It helps fight anticipation and trigger punching.

 

[wilcam47]

Thanks for the help guys! Good thing the wife is out of town a few days, now I can go get a bow without ending up in the dog house haha.

a good decent bow will be aroun $500-700. Then add $300 in accessories...rest, arrows, release, quiver, stabilizer. I like ripcord drop away rest and trufire 360 release. Arrows will be depending on your draw length and your draw weight